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Simulating Volcanic Eruptions
July 31, 2012 | University at Buffalo

“The experiment, a rare large-scale attempt to simulate volcanic eruptions, is drawing international attention because it will provide much-needed insight into one of Earth’s most powerful and mysterious natural disasters.” Quoted from the University at Buffalo press release.


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